This is a 1918 Parker “Black Giant” eyedropper-filler in Black Hard Rubber. Parker’s first “Giant,” the “Red Giant,” introduced in 1909 at $10, failed because the cap was too brittle and Parker was losing too much money honoring their warrantees. This was less of a problem with the “Black Giant,” introduced soon afterwards. These are found clipless, with a “split” clip (open in the back), and a full washer clip (such as this model. They also …
What is a safety pen? These have retractable nibs that are filled by putting ink directly into the barrel. They are interesting systems that should not be restored by those who aren’t confident in what they are doing! The nibs are protected inside the barrel and they tend to write well, as the ink does not dry out as easily.
Currently Inked – January 14. 2017 Mabie Todd Swan SF1 – Stub flex – Montblanc Lavender Purple Mabie Todd Swan – Fine flex – Toucan Aqua Mabie Todd Swan SF1 – Extra fine flex – Caran d’Ache Caribbean Sea Omas CS – Fine flex – Montblanc Dandy Turquoise Waterman 7 – Red Fine – Montblanc Dandy Turquoise Namiki Yukari – FA – KWZI Berry
This Conklin 1905 S3 is a crescent-filler in gold-filled “Art Nouveau Filigree” overlay on Black Hard Rubber. It has a slip cap and a medium/fine, extra-flexible nib. Cap indicia lightly engraved in script, “KVP.” Correct crescent bar with no engraving. A very early and rare model. Near mint in original box. Item #1 in Catalog #81.
Are all vintage nibs 14kt? Referring to the gold nibs, they usually are. We note in our Catalog if a vintage pen has a different nib fit on it.
Currently Inked – January 7. 2017 Franklin-Christoph Model 66 – Broad cursive italic – Caran d’Ache Saffron Platinum #3776 Urushi Maki-e – Extra-Fine – Waterman Mysterious Blue Ken Cavers Cigar – Fude – Blackstone Barrier Reef Blue Montblanc 149 – Oblique triple broad – Montblanc Blue Hour
My pen froze in my car overnight, and it was full of ink. I left it because I don’t know what to do with it?? Bring it in and let it thaw out. If there is ink, it would be a good idea to empty it when it is liquid because ice crystals freezing in ink can affect its performance. I would recommend drying the pen off as it thaws, in case there is condensation on …
Currently Inked – December 31. 2016 Pilot Parallel – 6 mm Naifu Mod – PW Akkerman Hofkwartier Groen Omas Magnum 360 – Medium – Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki Sailor Ebonite King of Pen – Medium – Pilot Iroshizuku Kosumosu Metaxas Stylos Colors – Medium – Montblanc Lavender Purple Montegrappa Fortuna Rainbow – Broad – Caran d’Ache Saffron Visconti Carbon Dream – Oblique Stub – Montblanc Blue Hour
This 1927 Wahl Eversharp is a #2 Desk Set in Black & Green Onyx with Bronze and White veins. 3″ x 4″. Jade lever-filler Pen with gold-filled trim and Black taper. Medium, manifold (stiff) nib. Near mint. Item #66 in Catalog #80
I have read a few reviews that identify a pen’s metal section as a downside – why is that? Some people prefer resin materials, or something other than metal anyway, because metal tends to be heavy and can feel slippery if you use them extensively. The best way to find out if it’s an issue for you is to try them out.
